Why Am I Depressed During the Holidays?
*Estimated Read Time: 5 min 47 sec
The holiday season can bring happiness and cheer, but it can also elicit quite opposite emotions. Mental health challenges are prevalent for many in the fall and winter months. Learn to recognize the signs of holiday depression and 5 ways to successfully cope.
Can You Train Your Own Service Dog?
*Estimated Read Time: 6 min 17 sec
Service Dogs can be a lifeline for those with physical or mental health limitations. A Service Dog is specifically trained to perform work for an individual with a disability which helps them to regain some freedom without limitations. Traditional Service Dog training can be very costly, but what if there was another way? Can you train your own Service Dog?
5 Mental Health Care Goals for the New Year
*Estimated Read Time: 8 min 9 sec
With the end of the year approaching, you’re probably thinking about resolutions you want to make. Resolutions, big or small, can often be hard to keep! Let’s look at a new approach… 5 mental health care goals to create positive change!
How Thankfulness Leads to Happier Living
*Estimated Read Time: 7 min 15 sec
As the holiday seasons approach many people are filled with expectations of festive joyful times with friends and family. Unfortunately, many others struggle with extra anxiety, depression, or loneliness around this time of the year. Research shows that a bit of thankfulness can help lift the spirits and bring a new perspective for all!
Drastic Rise in Pet Adoption and Fostering During Coronavirus Pandemic
*Estimated Read Time: 6 min, 43 sec
One positive by-product of the coronavirus pandemic was the drastic rise in pet adoption and fostering. The pandemic proved that man turns to his best friend in a time of loneliness.
5 Ways Emotional Support Animals Help Kids
Estimated Read Time: 8 min, 25 sec
As the first day of school approaches, children can feel worried about the changes they will encounter. Thankfully, Emotional Support Animals help kids adjust.
5 Tips to Cope with Getting Back to Normal
Estimated Read Time: 7 min, 48 sec
The mask mandates are lifting. The social distancing restrictions are easing up. We are entering post-pandemic life, and here are 5 tips to cope with getting back to normal.
Can Service Dogs Help with PTSD?
Estimated Read Time: 5 min, 24 sec
We all face the usual challenges of everyday life, but many also face difficulties that fall outside the norm. There are some mental health disabilities in this category, and one of them is PTSD. There are different treatment options for this condition but individuals have been wondering, can Service Dogs help with PTSD? Read more to find out!
Would My Child Benefit From An Emotional Support Animal?
Estimated Read Time: 6 min, 46 sec
Since the dawn of time, animals have been documented as being companions of humankind. They just have this innate, intangible quality about them that draws us near and makes us feel good. This seems to be especially true when it comes to a child’s connection with animals. Many people are familiar with Service Animals that can provide tremendous benefits for a child with disabilities or medical conditions like blindness, epilepsy, or hearing impairments. But for those dealing with more invisible mental health disabilities, would my child benefit from an Emotional Support Animal?